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Job Description

Position Summary: Responsible for the cost-effective transit of inbound shipments from the manufacturer's door to Y. Hata's facilities in Hawaii.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Work with Buyers to review and analyze vendor agreements for FOB pricing and customer pickup (CPU) allowance.
2. Assist Buyers in load consolidation and transportation through logistical contacts.
3. Create and add freight rates for newly established vendors.
4. Manage inbound shipments (FTL, LTL, Intermodal) from the manufacturer to the West Coast, ensuring the best service and rates.
5. Establish relationships with ocean carriers, truck, air, inter-modal, and local trucking operators serving the distribution center.
6. Negotiate rates and service commitments with carriers to ensure quality service at reasonable rates; qualify carriers according to guidelines.
7. Initiate and monitor carrier claims within required timelines.
8. Approve, dispute, and resolve carrier invoices; oversee vendor claims and notify AP of credits and debits.
9. Evaluate carriers based on service, rates, claims, and responsiveness.
10. Manage and implement freight rate changes as needed.
11. Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor or manager.
12. Adhere to the Company's Mission/Vision Statements and Core Values.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Transportation, Business Administration, or related field, and/or at least one year of experience in Ocean Freight, Trucking, Warehousing, or Purchasing.

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with Company Matching
• Life Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Flexible On-Demand Pay

Y. Hata & Co., Limited is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and a people-first culture. We do not discriminate based on disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.